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@gy7694
3 жыл бұрын
I visited Zambia from the UK for a month when I was 17 and it was a life changing experience. I'm looking at a chalk painting right now framed on my wall that I bought from a guy on the street in Lusaka. White water rafting the Zambezi was incredible! The locals we interacted with were very warm and friendly. Countries like Kenya and Morocco are probably the most recognised tourist destinations in Africa but exploring Zambia was one of the greatest experiences of my life.
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
It is definitely a country like no other! I only wish that I vlogged back in 2009 during my first visit to Victoria Falls, South Luangwa National Park, and the cities of Livingstone and Chipata. Definitely an amazing country!
@medicineschool9393
2 жыл бұрын
better than venezuela 😃
@AbdulRehman-od3zt
2 жыл бұрын
Plz vizit Pakistan
@DrifterDave
Жыл бұрын
I would love to visit!
@DrifterDave
Жыл бұрын
I visited Venezuela in 2008 when it was still relatively normal (but ultra-socialist). It was nothing like it is today. I don't think I'd ever go back, nor do I have any desire to see anything there apart from Angel Falls. Otherwise, Venezuela is as bad as they say. I'll leave it to the Drew Binsky's of the world to find good where not much exists - I'd rather just be honest.
@daniellantos26
3 жыл бұрын
I visited so often that I ended up getting married in Zambia. The thing is when I am in Zambia it feels like my own country Romania. You should visit Livingstone and other cities too
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
Very cool! I have been to Livingstone and Chipata, but not on this journey. I was in Zambia ten years prior to this trip, but I didn't vlog back then so I don't have much video. I was mainly focused on photography back then 👍
@ignitionrod
3 жыл бұрын
As an african I would've loved to fell that free in Romania as well.
@issadiawara38
3 жыл бұрын
Coming through first time 🤗🤗
@duanemichaelwehrer6905
2 жыл бұрын
How are the women there? I would like to meet a Zambian woman. I think they are beautiful
@muthuigabriel2442
2 жыл бұрын
@@duanemichaelwehrer6905 very beautiful am a Kenyan and I met one ... They are so approachable and loving
@mmathew3673
3 жыл бұрын
Zambia is worth visiting . You will not find such friendly people like Zambians , any where. Expensive than other places . But a lot to see, Victoria falls, game reserves, open pit mines ............many . I have stayed 45 years in Zambia, I have nothing negative ! I miss Zambia & Zambians !
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
I agree! It's a beautiful country - one of the friendliest and most welcoming in Africa!
@sabrinabubnis6765
4 жыл бұрын
I grew up here. My house was 55 kabulonga road. My school was AIS. My parents worked at the american embassy. My heart is there forever.
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
I'm glad that I was able to help you bring back those memories! Lusaka is a wonderful city. 😃
@wowitsshit9734
4 жыл бұрын
I am a conservative tea party republican. I love God, hate abortion. I grew up all over the world. Don't try to debate me. Oh and I'm a woman who hates feminism is that you?
@wowitsshit9734
4 жыл бұрын
@@DanielLamaswala oh another zambian not in zambia because he escaped the poverty to go to the USA.
@Prince_Unknown1
3 жыл бұрын
Sabrina Bubris...Ironically i grew up in that area too....left zambia a while ago and currently living in Monaco...plz hit me with with your whatsapp if you dont mind. Thanks
@cristy0716
3 жыл бұрын
@@wowitsshit9734 and?
@freddyspizzaboy6754
2 жыл бұрын
Ex pat from the UK here . I have been living in Zambia since 2013 and I love my life here in and around Lusaka.
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! I'm glad you're loving Lusaka - it's a great city!
@kevinmbuthia6019
2 жыл бұрын
i just saw dedan kimathi road.. a great kenyan hero. thank you zambia for recognizing african heros.
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
This is definitely worth mentioning! 🙏
@timbuyoti1198
2 жыл бұрын
Interesting fact about the freedom statue, it was modelled after a real person (forgot his name) who ACTUALLY broke the chains he was locked in. The British colonialists arrested him after a riot, and were goading and taunting him to break the chains if he wanted his freedom. He did and now he's a freedom statue
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
That’s incredible! Thanks for sharing 😃
@buramed497
3 жыл бұрын
I lived in Zambia for the first 17 years of my life, great memories of it. I remembered the independence monument. I wish you spoke with some of the locals, Zambians are very friendly.
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
I wish I did too! I was so focused on getting my train ticket & leaving the city the next morning, I didn't take the time to meet anyone. After releasing this vlog, I have dozens of local contacts now, so I'll definitely visit with those locals the next time that I'm in town!
@buramed497
3 жыл бұрын
@@DrifterDave how are you so lucky to travel there so often?
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
I've only been twice - both times on greater tours of southern Africa. I am very lucky to have been able to visit!
@user-jv4ic8rh4d
2 жыл бұрын
I can atteat to the fact Zambians are very friendly and happy ppl. I married a beautiful sweet Zambian lady here in America. She has been such a wonderful mother and loving wife. He friends that live here are some of the best ppl ive known. Look forward to our trip and meet my family there.
@DrifterDave
Жыл бұрын
Zambia is incredible!
@Zedstudentpo
4 жыл бұрын
I could have gladly shown you around ... Zambia is safe and people are friendly
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
I would have loved that! Without an audience at the time (this vlog was not yet live), this was more difficult to arrange! Thank you for the kind offer - and I agree that Zambia is one of the safest countries in the world and the people are wonderful! ❤🇿🇲
@nolavout9094
4 жыл бұрын
Drifter Dave, not the prettiest country in the world, but love it, Vic falls amazing tho
@essamohmed7258
3 жыл бұрын
I’m zambian/Indian and I hopefully will go there one day
@algeriaforever1942
2 жыл бұрын
Sometimes, the best place in a country is not its capital, I know that Zambia is a neighbor of Tanzania, a country known for its breathtaking landscapes and safaris. I am sure that there are a lot of things that the both countries shares together. All my love to Zambia and its people and thanks for sharing your experience.
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
Agreed! I visited Zambia ten years prior to this vlog, and had a great experience at the beautiful South Luangwa National Park and in Livingstone & Victoria Falls! The country has so much natural beauty. I definitely have enjoyed my travels in Zambia.
@AbdulRehman-od3zt
2 жыл бұрын
Plz vizit Pakistan
@DrifterDave
Жыл бұрын
I would love to visit Pakistan!
@alexresce7535
3 жыл бұрын
Zambia is generaly safe, I have visited Luzaka a couple of times, confortable city, well planned compared to other chaotic African capitals, but very boring, people are quite friendly and chilled.
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
I agree it's a very safe place! Not a lot to do, but it still maintains a certain appeal.👍
@hazelmatsika7005
4 жыл бұрын
Zambia is beautiful...im from Zim....would love to visit one day
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
You should! Both Zambia and Zimbabwe are amazing countries 😎
@nolavout9094
4 жыл бұрын
Don't expect Zambia to be as pretty as Zim but well worth a visit
@kulhemhlongo
4 жыл бұрын
@Hazel matsika Me too I'd love to visit Lusaka maybe we should organise a tour after the pandemic
@davidlungu446
3 жыл бұрын
@@kulhemhlongo come .I will give you two nights stay at my house in 10 miles.so you can have the typical zambian experience
@sabrinabubnis6765
4 жыл бұрын
Nothing dicey about it. I was a 14 year old girl running through these streets. All over motor club area,jonnies club. Those were the days! I now live in america but I felt safer living in Lusaka then I do in the US
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
Yes, Lusaka is overwhelmingly safe and secure. There are certain parts where I felt less safe carrying around my expensive video equipment (around people who were clearly drunk or on drugs) but Zambia is an incredibly safe place. And I echo your sentiment - I also feel less safe in the USA than in Zambia! 😂
@sabrinabubnis6765
4 жыл бұрын
That was awesome of you. Thanks! When your in the embassy community, your assigned a sponsor. A sponsor is a fellow american embassy family that shows the new family to post around. We take them to get groceries and give them the tour of their new post. Well we were on our way back from showing the new family the school. We took a turn down leopards hill road to head back towards kabulonga. We didnt realize the president was coming down the road. There were people lined up the whole way to town waiting to catch a glimpse of him. Being american, we were instructed by the marines at the embassy never to stop our car for police or citizens. Basically dont pull over. So my mom was being waved to the side of the road to pull over, but because of the protocall for Americans my mom kept going. They finally blockaides the road with their bodies and she had to pull over. It ended with the new american family in the car, my brothers and sister of age 8 and below, and myself being surrounded with 5 M16s and my mother a pistol to her head over the glass. Needless to say, I'd say a gathering is the president coming. Definitely pull over
@Prince_Unknown1
3 жыл бұрын
@@sabrinabubnis6765 plz tell me more because i used to visit those scenes at times....
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
@@sabrinabubnis6765 I'm sorry I missed this story! That would be very stressful! Crazy story! :D
@jollygoodgordon5580
3 жыл бұрын
*I love the vibe of the city, as a part ethiopian I’ve only been to Ethiopia 2 times. I live in the west. I’d love to visit more African countries in the future, definitely Zambia one day.* 😍👌🏾
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
You should go! It's an incredible country and quite possibly the safest in all of Africa (along with Botswana!).
@ianferguson4728
2 жыл бұрын
Visited Zambia in 2011. Spent most of the 10 days in Chirundu. First thing I noticed was that everyone smiles. Lusaka was awesome on a Friday night. Lovely people. And a Zambian tot is big. So don't think you can drink. Zambians don't mess around. Loved the place.
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
I’m glad you had a great experience! Zambia is an amazing country 🙏
@akatuksta
2 жыл бұрын
😀😀😆😆Correct we do love our pint
@renamuchindu1586
2 жыл бұрын
Love the commentary , though I do wish you'd seen and shown more of the museums , art galleries , lodges and resorts we have in Lusaka , there are so many ... Looking forward to your next vlog of your time here ❤️
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
That's good advice for next time! I was just in the area for a very short time to arrange my train ticket, and then had to leave in a hurry to catch the train. I was very jet-lagged, too, so I didn't feel like exploring much because I was so over tired. But, I will plan to return to Lusaka in the future and find a local guide to show me around!
@Icureditwithmybrain
3 жыл бұрын
Zambia has the lowest crime rate (even lower than the US) in Africa which is what brought me here.
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
I don’t doubt that for a minute, and I agree that it is one of the safest, if not the safest country in Africa. I would recommend a visit to Zambia to every traveller 👍
@patriciamalyango6892
4 жыл бұрын
The way I love this country
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
Me too! 🇿🇲❤
@Charcmode
3 жыл бұрын
People are definitely friendly. I’ve experienced it myself on my recent trip to Zambia.
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
Some of the friendliest people on Earth! 😎
@mariojan6868
3 жыл бұрын
Not so friendly in this video... calling him MZUNGU whiite boy and asking for his Iphone
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
I think they were just joking around 😂🙏
@khadijascorner.
3 жыл бұрын
@@DrifterDave You are right as they were just being themselves by joking around. Im originally Zambian and in Zambia and African in general, addressing someone as white (muzungu) or black is not considered offensive as Africans are brought up to be comfortable in their own skin tone and surely this only is considered offensive here in the western world where one learns to know what colour skin they are due to prejudice and discrimination surrounding us.
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
@@khadijascorner. I agree!
@ningyen1444
7 ай бұрын
This video got me hooked, and now I’m determined to become a billionaire in just two years! 💪💰 I would love to visit Zambia
@DrifterDave
7 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@BrianGreco
3 жыл бұрын
Great - I love the view of EastPark Mall!
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😎
@issadiawara38
3 жыл бұрын
First time Going to Zambia 🇿🇲 in 4 days mate thanks for sharing this with us it helps a lot 🤗
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
Have fun! I hope you have a great trip :)
@issadiawara38
3 жыл бұрын
@@DrifterDave thanks mate 🤗🤗🤗
@potipharlupande6122
2 жыл бұрын
Did you visit? How was your experience
@Godfrey..
3 жыл бұрын
love my country now and forever wakanda forever.
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
It's good to be proud of your country!
@Sidetracked_in_Macau
3 жыл бұрын
Pretty cool! Thanks for sharing this video on Lusaka!
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it! 😎
@misheckwams9748
4 жыл бұрын
Population of Lusaka is about 4.5 million people not 1.5 million..
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
4.5 million in the metro area, I believe 👍 I sourced my information from a Google search (which returns 1.7 million), but this is probably reflective of only the city proper, and not surrounding area.
@bombshell8876
3 жыл бұрын
It can't be 4.5 million , it would have been gazetted as one of the Africa's most populous cities , but I took the chance of googling , and I find the population is 2.7 million , which is a lot but not close to 4.5
@seydoutraore2867
3 жыл бұрын
Bro look at the traffic jam. This city can't be more than 2 millions people. Come to see Dakar traffic jam(3 millions) or Abidjan (5 millions)
@ivywatts7176
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this, great video. I hope you enjoyed your stay and get to visit Zambia again. I miss it! 😔
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
You are welcome! I hope I get to visit again, too! 😎 🇿🇲
@RoyalAnarchist
3 жыл бұрын
I like that someone has made a video specifically on Zambia
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure!😎
@LilacGlo
4 жыл бұрын
Interesting to see my beautiful country Zambia through your eyes . Thanks for sharing your experience. 👍
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure 😊
@LilacGlo
4 жыл бұрын
Drifter Dave you’re welcome 🙏🥰
@otsuspyre1841
4 жыл бұрын
Your seeing your country through Rose colored glasses, but that doesn't take away the tragedy that is unfolding in your great country. Zambia has been recolonized. Wake up.
@LilacGlo
4 жыл бұрын
Daniel Lamaswala thanks! Sure will check it out once you upload it. Do keep in touch 👍🏽
@glenncater1
3 жыл бұрын
you are beautiful
@franklinlindunda9033
4 жыл бұрын
you will need someone to guide you around our country, u literally viewed less than 1 percent of the city🤦
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
Yes, I agree that I didn’t see much on my short visit around the city. I felt too jet lagged after the 30-hour flight to explore too hard, and was focused on arranging the rail journey and my days beyond. I plan to return to Lusaka and give the city a closer look in the coming years 👍
@lifeofgmcanada
3 жыл бұрын
Planning to open my company sales office in africa and working out which country best in all way....love your work & explaination about zambia....goodluck from oshawa ontario Canada🇨🇦🌹😘😍
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind words! All the best with the opening of your company office 😎
@manyande8682
2 жыл бұрын
I would recommend Zambia to anyone anytime - you’re assured of great return on your investment and it’s safe. A lot of foreign investors are coming to this country and soon it’ll be among the leading economies is Africa.
@DrifterDave
Жыл бұрын
I completely agree
@dinolspoonkaevibes8474
3 жыл бұрын
The next time you come, try visit Katete District of the eastern province and Watch Kulamba Ceremony it the best ceremony in the whole country that gets the attention of the whole country. its every year August.
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
I hope I'll get another chance to check it out!
@businessstudieswithsimatel6713
3 жыл бұрын
Impressive work Dave, I really enjoyed the tour
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it 😎🙏
@evoraevora5870
3 жыл бұрын
Wow Zambia is more beautifull than many country of Europe like Paris here,
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you see the beauty of the country! 🙏
@sabrinabubnis6765
4 жыл бұрын
Also there is so much more to see. Not of the inner city. Where there is such a diverse group of people. White black Asian Indian. The best indian restaurant I've ever eaten at. Muskraat....I dont know if it's still there. But that was my place! And raphsodys.
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
I would love to return to Lusaka after COVID dies down and give the city the time it deserves! I agree with you, I didn't get to see very much in the time I had!
@chillstudybeats1709
4 жыл бұрын
There are so many parks and lodges pools are so beautiful 😊
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
I agree! It is a BEAUTIFUL country! I love AFRICA and Zambia! 🇿🇲😎
@umutesitracy9088
4 жыл бұрын
Wawo Nice ,, welcome to Kampala Uganda 🇺🇬also.
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! My vlogs of Jinja, Kampala, and Kabale Uganda will be posted in the coming weeks!
@mayahills9575
2 жыл бұрын
Proudly Zambian I love my country In Lusaka is where home Am free to tour you around Zambia
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
If I'm ever back in Lusaka, I will reach out! Zambia is a beautiful country - one of my top ten in Africa 🙏
@phiniasdonald2414
2 жыл бұрын
Give me your number...am planning to visit
@catherinechola8316
Жыл бұрын
Iam a real Zambian woman born in Zambia 🇿🇲 and growing in Zambia .I love my country peaceful nationa.
@DrifterDave
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful country!
@wez4171
2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful video! You make me wanna visit Zambia now.
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
You should! I'm glad you enjoyed the vlog 😎
@Chilejoe_
2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome
@APerson-gl4hs
4 жыл бұрын
I felt like I got a personal tour guide of Lusaka. Thanks.
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear that!😎
@charlesdaka4604
3 жыл бұрын
Just hit me up when you in Zambia charleslowanidaka04@gmail.com
@culturepocast
2 жыл бұрын
He didn't even show you anything..
@anthonymanderson7671
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for visiting my country 🇿🇲 You're welcome at anytime.
@DrifterDave
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!! I’ll be back 😎🇿🇲
@anthonymanderson7671
Жыл бұрын
@@DrifterDave you're welcome 😊 👍🏾
@MD90ish
3 жыл бұрын
My Zambia!!
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
Amazing country! 🇿🇲
@BuyeriteTech
3 жыл бұрын
I have been stayed there for 5 years, most people are friendly and nice
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
They are very friendly! 😎
@anastasiachaloba3160
2 жыл бұрын
Represented us well though it was too short. Do another video for livingstone and siavonga
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
When I'm back in Zambia, I'll definitely do that!
@LynnLeeTalks
3 жыл бұрын
The iPhone never disappoints 😂. Still good footage
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I've since upgraded my iPhone, so here's hoping the new footage is a bit better!
@aaron20ish
4 жыл бұрын
Wanna live there, beautifull place
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
It's a lovely city!
@thatbaldgamer88
2 жыл бұрын
Great people, very friendly. Not sketchy at all, they were just curious. You noticed them staring because they were just trying to figure you out, the more comfortable you become, the less you’ll feel that way.
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
That's totally fair. I had a bad experience being mugged on the streets of Durban, South Africa about 9 years prior, so I was definitely on edge, but I became comfortable fairly quickly afterwards. This was the first day of a month-long trip across East Africa. I experienced absolutely no safety problems in all of Zambia, Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Ethiopia, or Djibouti (apart from corrupt police).
@sitabarry7739
4 жыл бұрын
Clean city Go lusaka
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
Yes, it is one of Africa's cleanest cities! A lot of beautiful green space too!
@mexhackhermstone1714
3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful city much love from Nairobi Kenya
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching! 😎
@kennedychanda9961
Жыл бұрын
Hi guys your city is more beautiful than ours, I love the way it looks. Nairobi town is well planned I tell you and its bigger than our own town in size, looking forward to see our town on another level.
@DrifterDave
Жыл бұрын
I hope you get the chance to visit Lusaka!
@eddienyambe5046
2 жыл бұрын
First of all...East Africa bro!!!!
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
I know Zambia isn't part of East Africa, but the overall trip in this series was East Africa (Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Djibouti)....Zambia was just my launching off point for this trip. Sorry for any confusion!
@landenbubnis3536
2 жыл бұрын
It's safe at night too...14,white went to the American school and manda Hill was the place to be.
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, it's a very safe city!
@rebeccaontario11
4 жыл бұрын
Zambian here!new sub
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for subbing! 😎
@daniellecobb6001
3 жыл бұрын
All I think about is the food when I see a traveling documentary lol
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
I should probably film the food more often (must be too focused on eating it!) 😎
@toivothomas9817
3 жыл бұрын
Great video! Visiting Zambia for the first time. However, Pick n Pay is Namibian!
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for clarifying - I've seen them mostly in South Africa! I hope your visit to Zambia goes well!
@kristalhilaire279
4 жыл бұрын
I love your commentary.
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@steveroger3669
4 жыл бұрын
Amazing channel
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much 😀
@steveroger3669
4 жыл бұрын
@@DanielLamaswala i fly maybe next year to Lusaka
@steveroger3669
4 жыл бұрын
@@DanielLamaswala yes my friend
@deckiemoneyguide
Жыл бұрын
In Zambia you can walk freely without any fear or racism
@DrifterDave
Жыл бұрын
I agree, it is a very safe and pleasant country!
@landwekanyanta9203
3 жыл бұрын
I love my city Lusaka
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
I love it too!
@theKhumbaguy
4 жыл бұрын
Interesting your tour around Lusaka. The building you stood under, opposite FINDECO house is where I work. Welcome and hope you enjoyed your time here.
@michelod.i.y.5202
4 жыл бұрын
Hello, enjoyed your kafue vid recently 😁
@theKhumbaguy
4 жыл бұрын
@@michelod.i.y.5202 Oh thanks. 😁😁
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching! 😎
@user-jv4ic8rh4d
2 жыл бұрын
What do you mean about the language? My wife is born and raised Zambian, english is the official language. She speaks Bimba and a few others as well but primarily english is taught in schools
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
I only meant that almost no one understood me when I spoke to them in English. Perhaps I was talking too fast, my Western Canadian accent, or just happened to talk only to those with lower English ability - but I had bad luck with my limited communications with locals in Lusaka.
@user-jv4ic8rh4d
2 жыл бұрын
@@DrifterDave You are right about the accent.Most of the time it is hard to understand and my siblings have the same problem when talking to B. Also thr second guy on the bus said," A real white person from Canada".
@user-jv4ic8rh4d
2 жыл бұрын
@@DrifterDave my wife wanted to reply. If you have any time you wondered what they said she can help
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
Good to know! I had no idea my accent was so strong 😂 Thank you for translating!
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@heartstarottm9245
2 жыл бұрын
GREAT VIDEO. THX
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
You’re very welcome 🙏
@zedafrovibez2960
Жыл бұрын
Zambia is interesting place to live and visit
@cabelly27
2 жыл бұрын
I spend a lot of time in Zambia my family is from there and shame you did not see more. Lusaka is like any city in the world its a mix of good and bad but Zambians are great people and friendly. There is a lot of hidden gems and places to go but you need people to direct you on places to visit and eat great local food. Next time take up some of the KZitemrs from there to show you around you will have a great time and never forget it.
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
That's good advice! I had to leave Lusaka in a hurry to catch the train to Dar es Salaam, and was quite jet-lagged, so I didn't explore as much as I should have! Next time 😎
@culturepocast
2 жыл бұрын
Zambia is very safe.. You didn't even see half of Lusaka
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
I didn’t attempt to see much of Lusaka - I was jet lagged and was only there to buy the ticket for the train to Dar. Just a brief visit around the city centre. And I’m in agreement that Lusaka is one of the safest capitals in Africa 👍
@real1mafia
4 жыл бұрын
my country 🇿🇲⚡️
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
A very beautiful country!!
@msafirisaidiphd6723
3 жыл бұрын
Likes Zambia from Tanzania 🇹🇿🇿🇲
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
🙏🙏🙏🥳
@kennedychanda9961
Жыл бұрын
As long as the town planners have no interest to change the face of Lusaka, then we are in trouble because we need people who are renovative and full of ideas and not to be content of what I call filthy structures which are occupying the spaces for nothing, let's organize our selves to do what people can appreciate and see that we are a country of vision.
@DrifterDave
Жыл бұрын
I see a lot of potential in Lusaka. I think it deserves some new architecture to put the city on the world map. Right now, it's skyline is quite unimpressive, with the exception of the Hilton Garden Inn. Modernizing existing skyscrapers and building new ones would go a long way to promote further investment.
@EvansBotha-lo5kx
Жыл бұрын
Zambia is rich❤❤❤🇿🇲🇿🇲🇿🇲
@DrifterDave
Жыл бұрын
Yes!
@mulewachilekwa2433
2 жыл бұрын
You were talking to taxi drivers and street vendors, how do you expect them to be fluent in English. Taxi drivers and street vendors are people that couldn't get a decent education.
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this explanation; that makes sense.
@chandrusahijwani1095
2 жыл бұрын
God bless Africa
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
🙏🙏
@josephedwardsmfungwe8983
4 жыл бұрын
You needed a proper tour, you didn't go far 😂
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
Yes, my time here was very limited (and I was very jet-lagged 😂😂). I will be back!!!
@Ray-ji4hm
3 жыл бұрын
Seems like you were here on a public holiday. Only times Lusaka is that quiet lol. Maybe try an Airbnb in one of the neighbourhoods next time for a more "homey" feel to your visit 🙂
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
That could very well be! And I would 100% use private accommodation, but won't be supporting AirBNB. They burned millions of vloggers by pulling their affiliate program without warning, leaving us advertising their site, not realizing we weren't receiving any referral credit for those ads. Great product, but a horrible company.
@norahafanaza4771
10 ай бұрын
I literally met u in unalaskaaaa
@DrifterDave
10 ай бұрын
Thanks for having me!
@LomasLifestyle
3 жыл бұрын
Lovely vlog. Zambia is southern Central Africa though.
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, the only reason it’s included in the “East Africa Vlog” is because it was the launching point for the railway trip to East Africa. 28 of the 30 episodes in the series are actually in East Africa (my focus for this particular trip).
@africantelos214
3 жыл бұрын
Taking photos is not illegal in Zambia
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, I know! Sometimes the police approach you and question you if you're a tourist taking photos (even in Canada), but I know there is no law against it in Zambia.
@ExplanationNext
4 жыл бұрын
Nice commentary!
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@ExplanationNext
4 жыл бұрын
@@DrifterDaveSure did. Was really interesting to see my country from a tourist's perspective. Are you Canadian?
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
Tilus Newman I sure am! Thank you for checking out my vlog! 😎👍
@ExplanationNext
4 жыл бұрын
@@DrifterDave Sweet. I am actually living in NS Canada right now. Perhaps you should give me a tour someday! Haha.
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
I live in Calgary, Alberta! Let me know if you are ever in the area - take care!
@thegiven15
4 жыл бұрын
Just saw this, Really amazing Vlog! Your channel actually has a huge growth potential!
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I hope that is true 😎 I'm not looking for fame and fortune, just to share my travels with those who are interested. Thank you for checking out my channel!
@otsuspyre1841
4 жыл бұрын
That huge growth potential is NOT benefitting Zambians. Wake up, The CCP treats Zambians like dogs, and that is not an overstatement. Black Zambians are being descriminated against in their own country. This narrative is BS. Wake up, Zambia. Wake up.
@jamesmarkey5946
3 жыл бұрын
I'm so done with corporate media and how they portray the motherland the southern Africa isn't that where everybody originated from
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
It's definitely still painted as a backwards part of the world by the mainstream media - which I believe only does a disservice to Africa, discouraging investment and growth. However, it only takes one visit to realize this is the continent with the most economic potential on the planet.
@chuckydism
2 жыл бұрын
How’s the food? Weather? Hotels? Culture? Things to do?
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
I was only there for one day en route to the Tazara Railway, and was pretty jetlagged, so I didn't get to see much. This was my second visit to Lusaka, though, and I can say with confidence that you'll find great food, mild weather, thriving culture & tons of mega-malls to satisfy your urban hunger. Make sure to check out the Freedom Statue and the Zambia National Museum while you're in the area.
@ashleygoordin2527
3 жыл бұрын
Beautiful
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers! 😎
@yavwamulwanda8603
2 жыл бұрын
I'm from Zambia 🇿🇲❤️
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
You’re very lucky!!! I still dream of my visit to South Luangwa National Park back in 2009. I definitely hope to return to Zambia someday soon 👍
@coachrabyonda
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for visiting zambia
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
You are most welcome!
@coachrabyonda
3 жыл бұрын
@@DrifterDave You are most welcome to Zambia. You should visit Zambia again.
@alicianurse9967
Жыл бұрын
What are suggestions as a single female taking a taxi from the airport? Is it safe or should I get a hired service?
@DrifterDave
Жыл бұрын
I had no problems with the taxis in Lusaka. It’s a very safe city, and I doubt you’d have any issues at all. If you want to set the tone with the driver, take a photo of the car and number plate and send them to a friend before you enter the car - a female friend of mine swears by that in cities where Uber is not available. Safe travels 🙏
@pratikkumar9927
2 жыл бұрын
how was your train journey to tanzania was it safe and how was the experience thanks
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
Check out my vlog of the train trip! kzitem.info/news/bejne/yZCAnJh9gYSmZaw
@wnalikka
2 жыл бұрын
the first moment i saw Lusaka i saw Paused development.
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
What do you figure is holding it back?
@wnalikka
2 жыл бұрын
@@DrifterDave that's a long multi faceted answer that cant receive fair treatment in a mere 30 second KZitem reply. But it is endemic in many former protectorates and colonies around the world.
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
Fair enough! Would love to hear your thoughts on it sometime.
@sabrinabubnis6765
4 жыл бұрын
Usually a gathering like that means the president is usually about to drive down that street
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
Very interesting! Thank you for the insight 😎
@otsuspyre1841
4 жыл бұрын
The President of Zambia has sold his country into a debt trap. Wake up.
@bwalechitebeta3319
2 жыл бұрын
@6:25 you did well to avoid the crowd
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
I thought so too! Any ideas what the commotion was about?
@bwalechitebeta3319
2 жыл бұрын
@@DrifterDave not sure when you passed but that's the supreme Courts ground and if it was mid 2021 then most likely it was the then opposition party there and 2 people got killed there by stray bullets
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
It was in July 2019!
@ingridmanyapye9839
3 жыл бұрын
I'm S.A. can my fiance if from Zambia I'm here cz we planning to visit
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure of the local requirements - sorry!
@gerard518
Жыл бұрын
I bet there are some real hidden gems in this neck of the woods. I love visiting locations that are off the beaten track. Sitting in the airport at Dubai waiting for a connecting flight and saw "Lusaka" spring up on the departures board hence how I ended up here. Thanks for the nice video 👍
@DrifterDave
Жыл бұрын
It’s well worth a visit, and a great launching off point for visiting Victoria Falls, South Luangwa National Park, or the Lower Zambezi. Definitely one of Africa’s most pleasant capitals! Thanks for watching 😎
@damianmcdonagh7908
3 жыл бұрын
Great video, many thanks for posting. I've previously been to Dakar in Senegal and Cape Town in South Africa. Next up is Namibia. Where were you mugged in South Africa? Parts of Johannesburg are highly dangerous.
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
Namibia is incredible! I was mugged on Point Road in Durban, in broad daylight, right next to a KFC restaurant. There were about 50 onlookers who did nothing. I managed to fight the three young men (about age 21) off as they tried to pin me down to steal my wallet and camera. A few punches and kicks to the face sent them running. One was arrested. Thankfully, they didn't have any weapons and were high out of their minds when they attacked, so it could have been much worse. Crazy experience!
@britjj5126
3 жыл бұрын
@@DrifterDave That’s insane and so sorry you had that terrible experience 😞 I often hear how dangerous it is so it’s disturbing to hear someone who has first hand experienced it. Glad you made it out in one piece but not an experience you will quickly forget unfortunately 🍃
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
It was a very harrowing experience! I'm glad I made it out alive. South Africa could be so much more than it is, if they could only get their street crime under control. It's a shame.
@GrixxlyStrength
3 жыл бұрын
*only a harvey tile roof can give you lasting happiness*
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
If only more people knew! 😂
@renamuchindu1586
2 жыл бұрын
😂Harvey tiles tells it like it is , I always love seeing their ads "A roof without Harvey tiles is like a baby without a nappy ; there will be leaks "
@DrifterDave
Жыл бұрын
Lol that's awesome!
@ernestmwape
2 жыл бұрын
Im happy u enjoyed yo stay. I cannt say the same thing about my experience transiting through Schippo airport in Netherlands - i was searched twice b4 i checked into the airport hotel. It was inhospitable shameful behaviour becoz i was singled out - the only black passenger
@DrifterDave
2 жыл бұрын
I'm so sorry that this happened to you. Prejudice and discrimination are still alive and well in many parts of the world. What you describe is definitely shameful and unfair behavior 😕
@yb8356
3 жыл бұрын
My house is literally there in that area
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
Very cool! 😎
@mymanchannel97
3 жыл бұрын
I'm planning to visit there
@briankbanda2534
4 жыл бұрын
when you come again contact me i take you to more nice places,
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
Sounds good, please send me an email with your contact details!
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the contact details! I will be in touch next time I am in Lusaka (I have chosen to not publish your details here, so you do not receive SPAM) 😃
@peacepromisechinedu
4 жыл бұрын
Can I have your WhatsApp phone number, am planning to come over there next year, please
@briankbanda2534
3 жыл бұрын
@@peacepromisechinedu briankaybee@gmail.com email me
@briankbanda2534
3 жыл бұрын
@@NN-ft8jj in chainstores or supermarkets groceries and foodstuffs are on the high side, alternative cheaper sources are in wholesale shops or local markets. the cost of living for a family of five in Lusaka is about 10,000 kwacha monthly or around $500. please subscribe to my channel for videos like this.
@AudreyKatherine
4 жыл бұрын
“Communication has been a bit of a challenge here, the locals know a bit of English” 😂😂I find that very funny considering I have been in Lusaka the past year and that is far from the truth.
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
It’s interesting how different people’s experiences can be! I found that those who worked in the tourist industry were comfortable communicating in English, but only basic English was spoken by those that I interacted without outside of those industries. I hope you’re enjoying Zambia!!
@marttiereeds3494
4 жыл бұрын
@@DrifterDave I think for those less fortunate and without adequate formal education limited spoken English is to be expected, the key is to adapt and to practice listening to English from speakers with very little English so as to pick out expressions, also a little more patience may provide a lot more confidence from the speaker as potentially they feel self conscious speaking to a white man, while not feeling competent enough to Express themselves fully in English, in my job, I interact with a lot of nationalities from non English speaking countries, I've learnt to focus on key words in order to understand and occasionally gesturing or signing to be understood better, giving them more time to compose themselves and speak has been quite useful too, it does help and can provide sufficient information
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
Very good tips, thank you! I will remember this when I am in the area in the future. Zambia is an incredible country.
@Inny_
3 жыл бұрын
Iyeh!! Ineh I only know English and I have lived in Zambia my whole life... So I don't understand how English is a challenge.... Its literally our official language..
@DrifterDave
3 жыл бұрын
@@Inny_ Maybe those I spoke to just didn’t understand my Canadian dialect? I wasn’t able to communicate easily, but I didn’t stay in Zambia longer than 2 days, so my interactions were limited.
@aaronsimukonda9970
4 жыл бұрын
Fair Report
@DrifterDave
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@gatecreed8384
6 ай бұрын
some clarity (***** its not illegal to film in public in zambia
@DrifterDave
6 ай бұрын
I agree, Zambia is chill about filming compared to other countries.
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